Chapter 17: Blood is Thicker than Water

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(The fallout episode of SmackDown after No Mercy)

Randy Orton has claimed his 15th world title in a merciless and sadistic fashion by defeating Alex Auditore in a casket match and proceeded to light the sarcophagus on fire. The new WWE Champion is expected to cut a promo to close the show to address the events that ended No Mercy this past Sunday.

As for Alex's allies Drew McIntyre and Cora Jade, they were on for an interview segment.

Kayla: ladies and gentlemen, with me at this time are Drew McIntyre and Cora Jade. Now guys, I wanted to get your thoughts regarding the main event this past Sunday at No Mercy; Drew, let's start with you

Drew: well Kayla, I have big history with Randy a lot, especially for the WWE title, and seeing him burn people is not a rare thing. He did it to the Undertaker and The Fiend, that's something, but to do that to your own student, someone you look at as a second son and your living legacy, that is a whole new low, even for him. And I know Alex is alive and well, and I'm damn sure he's hunting for a Viper. I know Alex wants me to kick Randy's head off, but for sure he wants me to focus on Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns and the Bloodline, so Alex, this is for you brother

Kayla: Cora, got any words?

Cora: I do, and as you said Drew, we know Alex is coming back and we know he wants us to focus on our mission to better our careers. I got his wife as my mentor, along with my wrestling sisters watching my back. Drew, you go focus on Cody and the Bloodline, I'll focus on Asuka, Charlotte and Damage CTRL

With their missions in mind, Drew and Cora fist bumped and went their own ways.

(Time skip, In the ring)

Voices played as the crowd rained down boos on the new WWE Champion as Randy slowly walked out with the championship title draped over his right shoulder.

The WWE Universe also rained down non-PG chants on the Legend Killer.

Crowd: you sick fuck! You sick fuck! 

Orton can only smirk as he took in the chants. The Viper got in the ring and climbed to the second turnbuckle to raise his 15th WWE Championship. Then he grabbed a mic to address the crowd.

Randy: they say that family is what makes an individual feel whole, no matter if it's biological, adopted or a group of friends; each and everyone of you have a family to look up to; defining the saying of "blood is thicker than water." This past Sunday at No Mercy, I had to do what I must to win, even it was fighting my own blood, my second son, my living legacy Alex Auditore.

The crowd cheered as they heard Alex's name.

Randy: as I said before, Alex Auditore is just riding my coattails to benefit his career, but I have to admit, I saw a very different Alex Auditore at No Mercy. He did everything he can to drag me down to that casket while I did the very same thing, we both one upped each other; RKO after AKO, but one punt kick later, I stood on top. And yes, I did burn the casket, so now the Philippine Pharaoh is in the afterlife... forever!

The crowd booed louder as Orton raised his WWE title again. Then the light in the arena suddenly went dark and the crowd used their cellphone flashlights to try and see what's happening.

After a few seconds later, dark purple spotlights shined down and in the middle of the ring was a swing set, seesaw and a little rocking horse with Alexa Bliss returning to her old Playground persona as she was sitting on the swing.

Alexa: hello Randy, it's been a long time since our last encounter. Come on in, take a seat!

The WWE Champion got in the ring and stared down at the Evil Goddess wearing her old signature overalls and skirt.

Alexa: I want to say, you and Alex put on quite a show at No Mercy. It was full of... HOT action

She giggled at the little pun she made.

Alexa: and that was mean of you to burn the casket with my hubby inside. I just hoped he was CRISPY on the outside

She giggled again, while the Viper stood his ground.

Alexa: I invited you to my Playground because I want to congratulate you on getting your 15th world title, that is impressive!

Alexa got out a sack full of stuff inside of it. First, she brought out a couple of holy religious objects such as a crucifix, a small cross, a small jar of holy water and a Bible, which confused Orton.

Alexa: trust me, you'll need those because you won't know who's haunting you

She continued to dig through the sack and pulled out what looks like a small jar of regular table salt and a small container of ashes. Then to confuse the Viper even more, Playground Alexa pulled a couple of stuffed toys depicting a lobster and a crab.

Alexa: keep these cute little guys close to you, I recommend it

Then Alexa pulled out the final object inside the sack, which sent the new WWE Champion in an uneasy state, as the object in question Playground Bliss is carefully pulling out is the sharp tail of a sting-ray.

Alexa: Randy, all of these objects I gave you are for your protection against something... well I don't know, let's say he has a big appetite for blood. I couldn't help but to hear that you say blood is thicker than water, that family is important for a person's life. When did you get all philosophical? 

She giggled again while she clapped.

Alexa: keep these objects close to you Randy. I made contact with something sinister that was burning inside his heart. Again, keep them close, especially the sting-ray tail, but be careful not to poke your eye out, it's sharp and pointy

Alexa clapped and giggled as the arena lights went out again for a few seconds. Then the lights came back on and Orton is stunned to see all the objects Alexa gave were all in a circle with the sting-ray tail in the middle. Feeling uneasy, the Viper got out of the ring and took deep breaths while his Legacy cohorts came out to calm him down. The show ended with a shot of the objects in the ring.

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